December 2025

Chairman Parks called the meeting to order at 7:12PM. Chairman Richard Parks, Vice-Chair Dailing, Secretary-Treasurer Fuhrmann, Director Klein, Director Taylor and Admin Manager Bush were present. Several members of the public were present representing many different groups. See the attached sign-in sheet.

Chairman Parks presented the November minutes. Director Taylor moved to approve the November minutes. Director Klein seconded the motion. No discussion was needed; all voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed. Admin Manager Bush presented the current expenses and financial reports for the month, including a "Revised" Recent Expense report with one additional check. Secretary/Treasurer Fuhrmann moved to approve the revised current expenses and financial reports. Vice-Chair Dalling seconded the motion. All voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed.

In Old Business, the second reading of the new 2025 - Ordinances was held. Board members agreed that it all looks correct. Secretary/Treasurer Fuhrmann moved to approve the second reading of 2025 Ordinances, #1,2 and 3. Vice-Chair Dalling seconded the motion. All voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed.

In New Business, decisions will be made concerning 2025 Appropriations which were applied for by October 31st and presented at the November meeting. This year, because requests ($1,345,405) were significantly higher than available funds ($890,371.00) each Board Member presented their scenario of how to appropriate the funds. Next, the Board looked for similarities within the scenarios. Admin Manager Bush reminded the Board of the requested rollovers. Director Taylor moved to approve the three rollovers requested (GGCC $375,000.00/ GGCC $33,587.18/Gardiner Chamber $4075.00).

Director Klein seconded the motion. All voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed. A lengthy discussion was held, mostly concerning Park County's Streetscapes Project and HRDC's Housing Project. A "recapture clause" was suggested if any money is awarded to HRDC as the Board has concerns the project won't go forward. A member of the public, Sheri Modderman with the Gardiner Public School, asked to speak and withdrew the school's Track Project ($100,000.00} application. The Board thanked her for being willing to wait another year for that one. While discussing the "Streetscapes" project, every Board member expressed frustration with the roads but admitted that there weren't enough funds to make a difference. It was suggested that Park County plan to propose a long-range project for Gardiner's roads which can be voted on for the 1% that will be

available as soon as the Water District's project is complete. Finally, Secretary/Treasurer Fuhrmann moved to approve Scenario 1 as presented. Director Taylor seconded the motion. All voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed. Scenario one is listed below and the working spreadsheet used at the meeting is attached.

Scenario 1-  2025 Resort Tax Appropriations Awarded

Electric Peaks Arts Council Shakespeare in the Parks - $1,920

Electric Peaks Arts Council Youth Initiative - $5,000

Entre Nous Scout House Operating Expenses - $2,000

NYEF Grant Writer - $15,000

NYEF Connect! Grants - $20,000

Gardiner Chamber of Commerce Snow Removal - $2,675

Gardiner Chamber of Commerce Public Trash Containers Refuse Service -$5,460

Gardiner Chamber of Commerce ADA-Compliant Door Opener - $7,500

Gateway Hose Co. 1st Priority: Payment #4 - Fire Engine - $42,032

Gateway Hose Co. 2nd Priority: Fire Hose Handling Equipment - $11,180

 Gardiner Public Schools Bleacher Replacement Project - $195,000

Gardiner Water & Sewer 1st Priority: Water Treatment Plant - $276,000

Gardiner Water & Sewer 2nd Priority: Jardine Water Storage Tank - $30,000

Greater Gardiner Community Center Operating Costs - $16,913 

HRDC District IX Travertine Community Homes - $287,966.00

Park County Streetscapes - $0

In Public Comment, many folks expressed they're thanks to the Board and recognized the tough decisions that were needed. A public discussion ensued regarding Gardiner's roads and how as a community, everyone needs to come together and start brainstorming solutions. Bill Berg, Jolynn Sharrow, Jayne Urling and Laura Chastain all participated in the discussion.

The next regular Board meeting held will be on Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00 PM at the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce. Vice-Chair Dalling moved to adjourn at 9:50 PM. Secretary/Treasurer Fuhrmann seconded the motion. No discussion was needed; all voted in favor; none opposed. Motion passed.